Unveiling the Tomb
A joint Egyptian-British mission discovered the tomb of King Thutmose II in the Mount of Thebes area, west of , marking the first royal tomb found since King Tutankhamun's in 1922.
Initially thought to belong to a royal wife due to its location, further excavations revealed it as Thutmose II's, with artifacts like alabaster vessels inscribed with his name confirming the find.
Significance and Condition
The discovery is hailed as one of the most significant archaeological finds in recent years, shedding light on the Eighteenth Dynasty's history and 's reign.
Despite the significance, the tomb is in poor condition due to ancient floods and the relocation of contents, highlighting the challenges in preserving and studying such finds.